in presence, yet the real image of your being that represents you before the Father, and is the true soul whereof you are the worthy substance, shall be ever at my side, not to whisper, but to infuse such words, not in tone but essence, as I know your good heart would bless me with.”
“And my heart enshrines you, Pietro, as that eternal similitude to mine, given before the worlds were, to form our united perfection in the eternal Oneness. I pray not, as our Euchitce brethren, for your peace which is eternal love from above; but I commune with you through the gracious spirit in whom we dwell.”
“To your keeping I commit this,” said Pietro, handing her the cross. “I will endeavor to procure the case that enclosed it.”
“You will deliver this packet to the king of Hungary,” said Lord Zawis, when Pietro appeared before him. “I rely on your prudence and courage. Lord Boppo will return with you. His presence and influence can procure us allies in the north such as no other living man can command.” A small donation of money Pietro declined, as the effigy on the coins must betray him.
